Vélez-Blanco Spain 🇪🇸 | Stunning Aerial Views & History | SkyLens Spain

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In this aerial video we explore the beautiful historic town of Vélez‑Blanco, located in the province of Almería Province in southern Spain.
Perched at the foot of the stunning Sierra de María–Los Vélez Natural Park, Vélez-Blanco is one of Andalucía’s most picturesque white villages. The town is dominated by the impressive Castillo de Vélez‑Blanco, a Renaissance castle built in the early 16th century by the powerful Fajardo family.
From the air you can see the maze of narrow streets, traditional whitewashed houses, historic churches, and the dramatic mountain landscape that surrounds this beautiful Spanish town.
In this video I share some of the history of Vélez-Blanco in English and Spanish, while enjoying peaceful drone views of this hidden gem of southern Spain.
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🇬🇧 Quick History (English)
Vélez-Blanco has a long history dating back thousands of years. The area is famous for the prehistoric Los Vélez caves, including the Cueva de los Letreros, where ancient cave paintings were discovered.
The town later became an important settlement during the Moorish period before being captured by Christian forces in 1488 during the Reconquista.
The impressive Castillo de Vélez-Blanco, built in 1506, remains the most iconic landmark and can be seen from miles around.

🇪🇸 Historia Breve (Español)
Vélez-Blanco tiene una historia muy antigua que se remonta a miles de años. La zona es famosa por las cuevas prehistóricas de Los Vélez, especialmente la Cueva de los Letreros, donde se descubrieron pinturas rupestres.
Durante siglos fue una importante localidad durante el periodo musulmán hasta que fue conquistada por los Reyes Católicos en 1488.
El impresionante Castillo de Vélez-Blanco, construido a principios del siglo XVI, domina el pueblo y es uno de los monumentos más importantes de la provincia de Almería.

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